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USP Counselling Centre The University of the South Pacific's Counselling Centre provides free, voluntary and confidential counselling services to USP students and members of staff.

he Counselling Centre enhances the work of the University of the South Pacific by providing an approachable and professional counselling service to students and staff (also referred to as clients). We maintain a strict Code of Practice on confidentiality and other ethical principles at all times. The primary focus of the Counselling Center is to provide short-term counselling to help students and

staff members deal with personal and/or adjustment issues that may interfere with their ability to progress academically and/or professionally to their fullest potential. The Counselling Service provides support and information to the USP University community in a number of ways: Individual counselling, liaison, consultancy, referral and as a response team to critical incidents. The Counsellors will generally determine which of the services are appropriate. Individual counselling is provided for a wide range of issues including those that are academic and study-related and those of a personal or social nature. It is when students/staff meet with a Counsellor individually to discuss a variety of concerns. These may include personal feelings, relationship issues, coping with stress and anxiety, adjusting to university life, family conflict, academic problems and/or other personal issues. As a general rule, counselling services are intended to help students and staff whose problems can be dealt with in a limited number of sessions focusing on short term objectives. The primary mission of the Counselling Centre is to provide immediate help and support to facilitate students' and staff members’ success and adjustment.

The University is ranked 7th in Student Support and Engagement for the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation (WU...
23/07/2025

The University is ranked 7th in Student Support and Engagement for the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI). This recognises our commitment to student wellbeing and high aspirations. The Campus Life Team is here to safeguard, include, support and promote student wellbeing across all our campuses.

The USP Campus Life and Counselling Service is in Kiribati this week! Join us for Sessions on Mental Health, Coping with...
21/07/2025

The USP Campus Life and Counselling Service is in Kiribati this week! Join us for Sessions on Mental Health, Coping with stress and anxiety and find out more about your Campus Life Support Services!

15/07/2025

Regional Disability Scholarship application is now OPEN
Applications closes 31 October, 2025

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For those interested in learning more about su***de in our islands and culturally grounded approaches to resolving these...
22/06/2025

For those interested in learning more about su***de in our islands and culturally grounded approaches to resolving these difficult experiences, why not join this talk by Dr Taralina Gae'e - Wednesday 6-7pm (Fiji Standard Time). Registration and joining information available in the link below:

We are pleased to welcome Dr Taralina Gae'e for a CPD presentation on Suicidality in Samoa and the region with particular emphasis on a ground-breaking Su***de Prevention Pathway as a possible way forward.

Dr Taralina is a medical graduate from the Fiji School of Medicine and is currently the Head of School for the National University of Samoa’s School of Medicine. She is a pioneer in Samoa, the Pacific, and Oceania for specialising in transcultural and positive psychotherapy.

Su***de has recently become one of Samoa’s top ten causes of life loss. The Su***de Prevention Pathway is a programme originally developed by the Gold Coast Mental Health and Specialist Services. This presentation by Dr Taralina Gae'e will explore how these approaches may be embedded in the Samoan context and its neighbouring aiga (family) countries as a possible approach to suicidal behaviours.

This online event will take place:
Date: Wednesday, 25 June 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Fiji Standard time)
Zoom link details:
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QmeakSx6QniELM4nI3toSQ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. There is a joining fee for non-members.

We look forward to seeing you online on Wednesday!

We live in uncertain times. Natural disasters and traumatic experiences can be difficult to navigate. Check out our new ...
22/06/2025

We live in uncertain times. Natural disasters and traumatic experiences can be difficult to navigate. Check out our new wellbeing guide on taking care of yourself and others during adverse and challenging times: https://www.usp.ac.fj/campus/home/counselling/resources/

Feeling anxious about exams? Peer Counselling is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 - 11am at The University of ...
02/06/2025

Feeling anxious about exams? Peer Counselling is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 - 11am at The University of the South Pacific - Emalus Campus. Book a session today!

Feeling overwhelmed or just need someone to talk to?

You're not alone. Peer Counseling support is available right here at USP Emalus Campus every Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 11am. This is your safe space to talk, reflect and process difficult emotions in a healthy and confidential way.

To book a session, contact Campus Life at: tony.dalessandro@usp.ac.fj

Take the first step - your mental wellbeing matters.

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The USPSA Cultural Committee is hosting their cultural festival tomorrow (24/05/25). See you there 🥳

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Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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